Serving 936 students in grades 5-8, Western Sky Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Sky Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Western Sky Middle School's student population of 936 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
936 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Respectful, Responsible, and Safe.
School Rankings
Western Sky Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Sky Middle School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
43%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Sky Middle School's ranking?
Western Sky Middle School is ranked #478 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Western Sky Middle School often compared to?
Western Sky Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wigwam Creek Middle School, L. Thomas Heck Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Western Sky Middle School?
936 students attend Western Sky Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Western Sky Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Sky Middle School?
Western Sky Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Sky Middle School offer ?
Western Sky Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Sky Middle School part of?
Western Sky Middle School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281) School District.
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